Masood Kamal
Masood Kamal | |
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মাসুদ কামাল[1] | |
| Born | Mymensingh, Bangladesh |
| Nationality | Bangladeshi |
| Alma mater | University of Dhaka |
| Occupation(s) | Journalist, political analyst, television presenter |
| Years active | 2000s–present |
| Employer(s) | Bangla Tribune (Head of News); formerly Banglavision (Senior News Editor) |
| Known for | Political analysis, unbiased commentary, editorial integrity |
Masood Kamal (Bengali: মাসুদ কামাল; born in Mymensingh, Bangladesh) is a Bangladeshi journalist, political commentator and analyst. He is currently the Head of News at Bangla Tribune and formerly served as Senior News Editor at Banglavision. He is known for his articulate, evidence-based political commentary[2] and for maintaining editorial independence.
Early life and education
Career
Kamal began his journalism career in television media, working at Banglavision where he served as Senior News Editor.[3] He was responsible for overseeing news content, editorial quality, and coverage planning.
He later joined Bangla Tribune [4] as its Head of News, leading editorial strategy and political coverage for the digital news outlet.[5]
In addition, he is the creator, producer, and host of a YouTube program titled KOTHA, where he regularly presents in-depth political analysis and commentary.
*[Kotha [6]]
Media presence
Masood Kamal is a prominent political analyst and journalist from Bangladesh. He regularly participates in political discussion programs on various television channels, where his insights and analyses play an important role in shaping public opinion on national political matters.[7] [8][9][10][11]
Television Appearances
- Tritiyo Matra – Masood Kamal regularly appears on this program, discussing Bangladesh's political situation, election processes, and media freedom.
- Desh TV – He has appeared on the program "Ei Muhurte Bangladesh," providing opinions on the current political scenario.
* Ei Muhurte Bangladesh | Rumeen Farhana | Masood Kamal | Desh TV
Live with Masood Kamal on Bangla Tribune
Masood Kamal regularly participates in Bangla Tribune's weekly talk show "Live with Masood Kamal."
* Live with Masood Kamal [1] * Banglatribune | লাইভ উইথ মাসুদ কামাল
Newspaper Presence
- BSS News – He covered remarks on BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman sending well wishes for Masood Kamal’s well-being. [2]
- Daily Sun – Masood Kamal commented on the role of press secretaries, stating, "Press secretaries occasionally appear on national television in a show that feels almost like a drama." [3]
Public reception
Masood Kamal is widely regarded for his fairness and independence[12][13][14]. Viewers have described him as "factual, unbiased, fair, and honest".[15] Others note that he criticizes political parties across the spectrum and "does not bend to partisan pressure".[16] [17] [18]
Notable contributions
- Political commentary on high-profile TV programs, including Tritiyo Matra
- Leadership roles in both television and digital journalism
- Advocacy for editorial independence and press freedom
Social media
References
- ^ "মাসুদ কামাল". DW বাংলা (in Bengali). Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ Masud Kamal (17 August 2025). "অন্তবর্তীকালীন সরকারের অগ্রাধিকারমূলক কর্মসূচি: মাসুদ কামালের মতামত". VOA Bangla (in Bengali). Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "Masood Kamal – ITValy Profile". Retrieved 13 August 2025.
- ^ "Masood Kamal – Columns archive". Bangla Tribune (in Bengali). Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "Bangla Tribune Head of News". Retrieved 13 August 2025.
- ^ "KOTHA". YouTube. Retrieved 14 August 2025.
- ^ "[আওয়ামী লীগ এবং ফ্যাসিবাদ সমার্থক নয়: মাসুদ কামাল]". Daily Janakantha (in Bengali). Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "[সাংবাদিক মাসুদ কামালকে নিয়ে অপপ্রচার শনাক্ত : বাংলাফ্যাক্ট]". BSS News (in Bengali). Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "[বাংলাদেশের রাজনীতিতে দায় অস্বীকারের ৫৪ বছর]". DW (in Bengali). Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "[বেনজীরের সম্পদ: প্রশ্রয় দিয়েছে কে?]". DW (in Bengali). Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ Masud Kamal (14 January 2024). "নির্বাচন তো হলো, এরপর কী হবে?". DW Bangla (in Bengali). Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "Government controlling media by different ways". Prothom Alo. 18 August 2023. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "Dr. Yunus spreading division instead of unity: Masood Kamal". Daily Sun. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "Journalists, rights activists sceptical about 'proper use' of CSA". The Business Standard. 12 August 2023. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "Opinions on Masud Kamal?". Retrieved 13 August 2025.
- ^ "Online journalists I can trust?". Retrieved 13 August 2025.
- ^ "বিএনপিকে ধুয়ে দিলেন সাংবাদিক মাসুদ কামাল". Daily Inqilab (in Bengali). 17 January 2025. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "রাজনীতিতে বিতর্ক না হলে এগোনো অসম্ভব, মত মাসুদ কামালের" (in Bengali). দৈনিক জনকণ্ঠ. 10 August 2025.